Rebid Of Rehab Of The Mercer County Parking Garage At Market &cooper Streets

Mercer County is requesting bids for rehabilitation of the Mercer County Parking Garage at Market and Cooper Streets in Trenton, New Jersey under a rebid, with bids due October 16, 2026 and a site visit on October 8, 2026.

The primary work includes removal of a portion of the existing overlay and protective membrane, repairs to concrete waffle slabs, and construction of a new membrane and overlay as detailed in the project drawings and specifications. Work must commence within ten calendar days of receiving Notice to Proceed and be substantially completed within 45 calendar days thereafter. Liquated damages are $2,000 per day for contract violations or failure to perform.

The project will be awarded to a single prime contractor on a base bid with one additive alternate. All bidders and named subcontractors must be registered with the New Jersey Division of Revenue prior to bid submission. Contractors must comply with the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act and submit certified payroll records within ten days of wage payment through the New Jersey Wage Hub. Contractors must provide three verifiable references for similar construction projects and submit a written safety program for County approval at the preconstruction meeting.

Bid security must be a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond equal to ten percent of the bid price but not exceeding $20,000, made payable to Mercer County. Bidders must also submit a Consent of Surety form confirming availability of Performance and Payment Bonds. Payment will be made within 30 calendar days of bill receipt if work is approved and certified by the County's representative, with billing deemed approved after 20 days unless the County provides written notice of withholding.

Questions are due October 8, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. via email to imaldonado@mercercounty.org or through BidNet Direct Portal. Electronic sealed bids must be uploaded to BidNet Direct at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/new-jersey/mercercounty and will be opened publicly on October 16, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. The site visit is recommended but not mandatory.